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Nitecore P12 vs Nitecore P20i
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore P20i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P20i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore P12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20i stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20i stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3700% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$95Cheapest
US$116Most expensive
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
124 g (4.37 oz)Lightest
Length
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
151 mm (5.94 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1300 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
6400 cdLowest candela
28500 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
160 m (525 ft)Lowest
337 m (1106 ft)Highest
Max runtime
60 minShortest runtime
2280 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
16340 Li-ion / CR123A
Rechargeable 21700 Li-ion battery (Nitecore 21700 i-series NL2140i 4000mAh)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
Unknown
IP68 (waterproof, submersible up to 2 meters)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aluminum alloy
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useIndoor and most outdoor lighting
HuntingLaw EnforcementMilitaryProfessional inspection and detectionOutdoor activitiesEDC tactical use
Common praise
Multiple brightness levels including red light optionsSolid durability with glass breakers on bezelCompact and lightweight for easy EDC
High brightness suitable for tactical and outdoor useDual white and UV light for detection and inspectionRechargeable with USB-C and included 21700 batteryCompact yet robust build with aircraft-grade aluminumGood impact resistance and waterproof rating
Common complaints
Brightest white mode has shorter throw distance than some competitorsRotating collar switch may add bulk
Relatively heavy and large for pocket EDCHigher price point compared to basic modelsMight have complex modes for casual users
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